New York Yankees: Aaron Judge Is Leading AL In All-Star Votes

May 18, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) warms up prior to a game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter G. Aiken-USA TODAY Sports

Trout went for surgery last Wednesday to repair an injured thumb and will miss at least six to eight weeks, most likely his first All-Star game in six full Major League seasons.

With Trout’s injury, there could be a new sheriff in town as Judge leads the way in votes and will most likely secure an outfield spot. It would also be a great opportunity for Michael Brantley or Mookie Betts to become a starter.

Other notable changes in the voting update include Jose Altuve surpassing Starlin Castro (778,699) at second base with 998,107 votes. Minnesota Twins’ Miguel Sano powered by the struggling Manny Machado as the starting third baseman as he currently sits at 638,592 votes, with Machado holding at 520,116 votes.